Great Muslim Scholars and Scientists
What is the name for a philosopher and jurist from Al-Andalus known for his detailed commentaries on the works of Aristotle?
Difficulty: Medium
About this MCQ
This Medium Great Muslim Scholars and Scientists question asks: What is the name for a philosopher and jurist from Al-Andalus known for his detailed commentaries on the works of Aristotle? The correct choice is C. Ibn Rushd (Averroes). Read the options below, commit to one, then use the explanation to see why that choice holds and why the others do not.
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- A. Imam Ahmad ibn Hanbal
Why not A: “Imam Ahmad ibn Hanbal” does not fit this question. The answer is Ibn Rushd (Averroes).
- B. Ibn Majah
Why not B: “Ibn Majah” does not fit this question. The answer is Ibn Rushd (Averroes).
- C. Ibn Rushd (Averroes) ✓
- D. Imam Tirmidhi
Why not D: “Imam Tirmidhi” does not fit this question. The answer is Ibn Rushd (Averroes).
Correct answer
C. Ibn Rushd (Averroes)
Explanation
Ibn Rushd (Averroes) is the value that answers “What is the name for a philosopher and jurist from Al-Andalus known for his detailed commentaries on the works of Aristotle” (option C). Option A (Imam Ahmad ibn Hanbal) does not fit this question. Option B (Ibn Majah) does not fit this question. Option D (Imam Tirmidhi) does not fit this question. For this Great Muslim Scholars and Scientists question, the accepted answer is Ibn Rushd (Averroes).
Source: Islamic Studies Official Reference Guide
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